Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection date 23 November 2018 Previous inspection date 5 January 2018

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Not met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has completed safeguarding training. She is aware of her responsibility to protect children's welfare and knows the signs and symptoms of abuse. The childminder shows a clear understanding of how to report any concerns. n The childminder talks about how she carries out risk assessments of her home and for outings. She spoke about minimising hazards, such as using safety gates, to prevent young children from accessing the stairs. n The childminder is aware of the importance of listening to the views of parents and children when reflecting on her practice. She spoke about identifying areas for development that help her to promote future improvement and keep her knowledge and practice up to date. n The childminder knows how to support children's independence and self-esteem. She explained how she organises her home to ensure that children can easily reach toys and activities that interest them.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to implement positive behaviour management strategies. She talked about providing games that help children to learn how to share and take turns. n The childminder is aware of how to plan activities that motivate children to learn. She spoke about how she provides challenge that helps them to develop the skills needed for their next stage in learning, including communication and language.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration. Inspection activities n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children. n The inspector toured the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the

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This provision meets requirements

equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks of household members. n The inspector talked with the childminder to check her knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 129255 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10069402 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 5 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 5 January 2018

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The childminder registered in 1983. She operates all year round from 7.15am until 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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